Rahu area
The Rahu area is generally placed in the centre of the palm, around the fate line in the plain of Mars. A clear fate line through this area shows a steady middle life, while breaks or crossing lines are linked with sudden changes and challenges in the middle years.
Ketu area
The Ketu area is at the base of the palm, just above the wrist, between the mounts of Venus and Moon. It is linked with early life, past karma and spiritual tendencies. A well-formed Ketu area is linked with a good start in life.
Using these areas
Palmists often combine these areas with a birth chart. If Rahu or Ketu look troubled in both, remedies such as hessonite (for Rahu) or cat's eye (for Ketu) may be considered after careful advice.